Three of the victims died at the scene, while the other two were declared dead after arriving at hospital.

Operations Supt Tracy Bradley said: ‘Our deepest thoughts go out to the family and friends of those who were tragically killed in this collision which happened on the A18 yesterday.

‘We are working closely with relatives of those who lost their lives and are supporting them through what will be a very difficult time.

‘Roads policing officers are working closely with our collision investigation team to piece together the evidence we have gathered in order to try and determine what led to this tragic incident taking place and took the lives of those travelling in the Nissan at the time.

‘We have spoken to a number of key witnesses already however if anyone saw the incident but has not come forward I would ask them to do so.’

Anyone with information is urged to call Humberside Police on 101 quoting log number 246 of 12/04/13.